In this episode of LoanOfficerPodcast.com, the host Chris Johnstone sits down with top producing loan officer Brendon Murphy to break down what it really takes to build a referral-driven mortgage business that lasts through every market cycle.

Brendon shares his personal journey from struggling early on to becoming a trusted lender for high-performing real estate agents, and explains the exact mindset, habits, and relationship strategies that helped him grow a stable, referral-first business without relying on paid leads.

What you will learn in this episode:

• How to position yourself with real estate agents so referrals become consistent and long-term

• How to turn refinance opportunities into stronger purchase relationships instead of short-term volume

• Simple systems and communication habits that top loan officers use to stand out with agents and clients

If you are a loan officer looking to grow with referrals, protect your pipeline, and prepare for what is coming next in the market, this episode is a must-listen.

Listen to the full episode now, and be sure to subscribe to LoanOfficerPodcast.com so you never miss conversations designed to help loan officers grow smarter, stronger, and more sustainably.

In this episode of LoanOfficerPodcast.com Chris Johnstone the creator of LoanOfficerCRM.ai breaks down the real fundamentals behind building a mortgage business that can consistently close 10 or more loans per month and why artificial intelligence is about to reshape the industry faster than most loan officers realize.

This episode is a direct, practical conversation for loan officers who want to protect their market share, grow referrals, and position themselves to win as AI driven search and automation become the new normal

What You Will Learn in This Episode

• The four core pillars that top producing loan officers use to generate consistent volume from their database, referral partners, and deals already in process

• How AI is already influencing borrower behavior, referrals, and mortgage searches and why ignoring it puts your business at risk

• Practical ways to use AI tools, automation, and authority building to increase referrals, improve the client experience, and attract new business

Tune in now and make sure to subscribe to LoanOfficerPodcast.com so you never miss an episode focused on growth, strategy, and the future of the mortgage business.

AI is no longer a future trend in real estate and mortgage lending. It is already influencing how buyers search for homes, choose agents, and get referred to loan officers. In this episode, Chris Johnstone and Nate Carver break down exactly how AI is reshaping the industry, why ChatGPT is already sending real mortgage deals, and what professionals must do now to avoid being left behind. From AI answering phones and booking appointments to getting recommended by ChatGPT itself, this conversation connects the dots between technology, consumer behavior, and real revenue. You will learn:

• How AI is already referring real estate and mortgage deals without ads or cold leads
• Why answering the phone and following up instantly is now an AI powered advantage
• How loan officers and agents can position themselves to be recommended by ChatGPT and other AI tools

If you are a loan officer or real estate agent who wants AI to send you deals instead of competing against it, visit LoanOfficerCRM.ai to see how AI powered communication, referrals, and follow up actually work in the real world.

In this episode of the LoanOfficerPodcast.com, Chris Johnstone reveals how AI-powered voice agents are helping loan officers book appointments with top producing real estate teams and turn their listings into free, high-intent mortgage leads. You'll hear how this simple workflow inside the Loan Officer CRM answers your calls, follows up automatically, and positions you as the most valuable partner an agent can have.

You'll learn:

• How a listing-specific AI voice agent impresses agents and gets them to send you their leads
• How the built-in 365-day follow-up turns listing calls into applications without extra effor
• How to find top agents in your market and launch outreach that books appointments quickly

Tune in now and discover how to plug this AI system into your business to generate deals, build agent relationships, and grow your production with far less work.

This week on LoanOfficerPodcast.com, Chris Johnstone breaks down one of the most important industry shifts we will experience in our lifetime: the rise of AI-powered search, customer service, and referral generation.

We're no longer talking theory. AI is already recommending mortgage lenders, generating full 1003 applications, and reshaping how homebuyers shop for real estate and financing. Chris explains why this transition will move faster than Google's rise — and what loan officers must do now to stay relevant and win.

3 Big Takeaways:

• AI is becoming the new search engine: Homebuyers are already asking ChatGPT who to work with — and choosing its recommendations.
• Authority scoring now determines who AI recommends: Loan types, local content, and weekly training signals shape whether AI sees you as an expert.
• This shift is moving fast — faster than the Google era: Loan officers who adapt early will dominate. Those who wait risk becoming the next Blockbuster. Don't fall behind the curve. This episode could be the competitive edge you need in 2025. 👉 Watch now on LoanOfficerPodcast.com and get ahead of the AI revolution.

In this episode of LoanOfficerPodcast.com, Chris Johnstone sits down with Charles Williams — a powerhouse who went from bankruptcy to structuring $50M–$150M commercial deals and building one of the most trusted capital market networks in the country.

You'll learn:

• How to create your own best customer. Charles explains how he built a lending model powered by his nonprofit, student housing acquisitions, and tax-exempt bond financing—unlocking consistent, high-quality commercial deals.
• Turning adversity into opportunity. Hear how a bankruptcy pushed Charles to master finance, pivot into commercial lending, and capitalize on the Jobs Act SBA First Mortgage Guarantee Program when most banks ignored it.
• Winning in today's AI-driven market. Charles breaks down how top capital markets players (including Morgan Stanley) are using AI to analyze complex transactions—and why being the expert in your niche is more important than ever.

This episode is a masterclass in reinvention, market awareness, and building a reputation that keeps opportunity flowing—no matter the economy. Loan officers who want to elevate their game will not want to miss it.

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In this behind-the-scenes episode, Chris Johnstone welcomes a new team member and walks them through exactly how Connection Incorporated helps loan officers dominate their markets. From mastering referrals to leveraging A.I. automation, you'll see how top producers are growing their businesses faster than ever — without chasing low-quality leads.

3 Key Takeaways:

• The 4 Pillars of Growth — How to build your mortgage business using referrals from your database, real estate agents, deals in process, and A.I. search engines like ChatGPT.
• Automation that Works — Discover how the Loan Officer A.I. CRM runs your marketing, calling, and follow-ups automatically.
• Done-for-You Success System — Learn how our North American concierge team makes calls, books appointments, and helps clients close more loans every month.

See exactly how we help loan officers build consistent, referral-based growth using proven systems and cutting-edge A.I. tools.

In this episode of The LoanOfficerPodcast.com, Chris Johnstone and Carl White dive deep into the future of mortgage marketing and how AI is transforming the industry. Discover why AI-driven consumer behavior is creating a massive opportunity for early adopters and how to get ranked inside ChatGPT before your competition even realizes what's happening.

3 Key Takeaways:

• Why AI search engines like ChatGPT could replace Google as the go-to place borrowers search for loan officers.
• How loan officers are already funding real deals directly from AI-recommended leads.
• The exact steps to train AI to recommend your business so you can capture the next wave of mortgage consumers.

Listen now on LoanOfficerPodcast.com and learn how to become an AI-powered loan officer before everyone else catches up.

This kickoff episode of The Loan Officer Marketing Podcast launches a 12-week live training series designed to turn traditional LOs into AI-powered producers. Chris breaks down how ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini are already recommending loan officers — and how to position yourself to get referrals directly from AI before your competitors even wake up to it.

You'll learn:

• Why Google search will lose massive market share — and how AI referrals are already funding loans today
• The daily habit every LO must start NOW to build authority with the large language models
• How to structure your ChatGPT account so it learns you as the expert lender it should recommend first

If you want to be the LO AI recommends — not replaces — listen to this episode now.

FIF Ghobadian went from being denied for her own mortgage to funding over $250M/year — and she's on track for $350M next year. In this episode, she reveals the exact strategy that made her the #1 go-to lender inside top Compass offices without cold calls, ads, or dancing on TikTok.

You'll learn:

• How FIF consistently gets 80%+ of her volume from top real estate agents — and the 3-minute presentation she uses to win offices fast
• Her newsletter + Tuesday tips system that keeps both agents & past clients glued to her brand week after week
• The "duty mindset" database strategy that quietly produces refinance deals — and why most LOs completely blow this

If you're a loan officer who wants to model a truly scalable, relationship-driven business — listen to this episode now.